AACE Bulletin
Bulletin Section News for December 2024
AACE International sections from around the world are encouraged to submit write-ups and photos of their monthly section meetings and other activities. For the December 2024 Source, submissions were received from the Seattle Section.
Seattle Section
Seattle Section Announces its 2024 Scholarship Winners
On behalf of the Seattle Section Board of Directors, we are excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Seattle Section Scholarship winners. Please congratulate Michael Aksdal, Reese Bergeson, and Jude Ziliak. Each student has demonstrated academic excellence, perseverance, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in their future careers.
Michael Aksdal is a Washington State University senior pursuing a B.S. in Construction Engineering. He maintained a perfect GPA while gaining valuable project engineering experience through internships on four construction projects. Michael is eager to apply his cost management and scheduling skills in future endeavors.
Reese Bergeson, a junior at Western Washington University, is studying Electrical and Computer Engineering. Despite facing significant medical challenges during his undergraduate journey, Reese has channeled his experiences into a passion for biomedical engineering, aspiring to create innovative solutions.
Jude Ziliak, also a junior at Western Washington University, is pursuing a B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering with an impressive GPA. Jude is committed to addressing the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, strongly focusing on climate change and energy policy.
We thank all the applicants for their dedication and effort in applying for this scholarship. We hope this support helps each recipient achieve their goals, and we proudly celebrate the accomplishments of these talented individuals. Congratulations once again to Michael, Reese, and Jude!